Top Oahu Shore Excursions

Aloha! Join our Circle Island and North Shore Half-Day Tour (NORTH LOOP) for an unforgettable journey through Oahu’s breathtaking landscapes, from lush green valleys to a scenic ocean coast drive and the iconic North Shore beaches (home to world-famous surfing championships), plus macadamia, pineapple (Dole Plantation), and coffee farm delights. Along the way, we also stop at the most beautiful picture spots to capture the island’s beauty, Ready to complete your Oahu experience by upgrading it to the "GRAND ISLAND TOUR"? Join our partner tour: "Stunning Views of Oahu: Half-Day Panoramic Tour with 7 Lookouts," which covers the South Coast (SOUTH LOOP). Don't miss this opportunity—book this incredible tour now as well! Simply enter the tour code—406127P1—in the VIATOR'S search bar here to secure your spot. Mahalo, and see you soon!

Enjoy beautiful and rarely traveled Oahu sights, without the hassle of driving in traffic or boarding a crowded bus. Hit many of your Hawaii agenda items in one full day with a private circle island tour. Customize it to the tropical nature, beautiful beaches, traditional culture, and history that you want to see, and spend as much time as you would like. Relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes van on your way there and back.

Learn about the geological history of the Big Island, visit a coffee farm, and walk on a black-sand beach, all on the same day. This tour will take you to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, best known for the Kilauea Volcano. You'll also spend time learning about coffee at Greenwell Farms, hanging out at Punalu'u Black Sand beach, and enjoying a no-host lunch at Punalu'u Bake Shop.

Delve into one of the most significant events in American history with this 4.5-hour semi-private tour to Pearl Harbor. Led by knowledgeable guides, including Pearl Harbor historians, you'll explore the USS Arizona Memorial and the Pacific Aviation Museum. The journey includes rich historical narration while traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy exclusive access to the museum's control tower for stunning views, and prepare for a poignant visit to the memorial site after watching an official documentary. Ideal for history enthusiasts and those pressed for time, this tour ensures a meaningful experience without sacrificing comfort. - 4.5-hour semi-private tour with a maximum of 11 guests - Hotel, cruise port, or airport pickup included for convenience - Expert narration by trained guides, including historians - Exclusive access to Pacific Aviation Museum’s control tower for panoramic views

Experience Pearl Harbor without the hassle of securing tickets, finding parking, or navigating the site on your own. This private tour combines guaranteed access, hotel pickup, and expert local guidance, allowing you to focus on the memorials and museums instead of logistics. A flexible schedule helps you enjoy Hawaii’s most significant historic sites.

This tour is a great half-day Pearl Harbor Tour. This tour takes you to the heart of Honolulu, where the Pearl Harbor Visitor’s Center is located. The Arizona Memorial is the most visited tourist destination in Hawaii. This monument is the resting place for many American heroes who died during the attack on December 7, 1941. This tour is the perfect choice for those who want to see the USS Arizona Memorial Monument and the Balao-class Submarine USS Bowfin, the legendary “Pearl Harbor Avenger.” Board the submarine and see the conditions that the men who served aboard her lived and fought under. Then take a walk through the Bowfin submarine museum and learn about the history of the U.S. “Silent Service” in WWII. On the way back to Waikiki, you will be taken on a complimentary short drive-through tour of Downtown Honolulu.

Oahu isn’t just suntans and beaches, and understanding its history is an important part of appreciating the island. On this small-group tour, you’ll get a half-day to pack in the most important sites: You’ll take a boat to the sunken USS *Arizona*, visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, witness the Iolani Palace and Aloha Tower, and more. Away from the crowds, you’ll get a more meaningful Oahu experience.

Visit one of Hawaii's top attractions without the hassle of driving or navigating public transit. This small-group tour picks you up from your Waikiki hotel and takes you to Pearl Harbor to explore the memorials and visitors center. Afterward, you'll enjoy a driving tour of downtown Honolulu and see some of Oahu's most historic sites.

Seeing Pearl Harbor is a must-do while on Oahu, but visiting typically requires an early morning line-up for tickets. This small-group guided tour lets you skip the hassle of securing tickets and includes hotel pickup from Honolulu. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and USS Battleship Missouri and learn all about that infamous day.

Oahu's sights ring the island, too far apart to reach from Waikiki in a day without a car and hours of driving. Circle the whole island on this small-group tour, stopping at the North Shore, Nu'uanu Pali, Pearl Harbor, and the Dole Plantation, with a guide covering the island's history along the way.

Immerse yourself the events of December 7, 1941 that catapulted the U.S. into World War II by exploring the Pearl Harbor Battleship tour in Oahu. Begin with the USS Arizona Memorial Experience, which includes crossing the harbor on a Navy vessel to the sunken battleship; then continue to explore the Battleship Missouri Memorial and USS Oklahoma Memorial.

When your time in Honolulu comes to an end, opt for a private departure transfer from your hotel to Honolulu airport or port, which means no waiting in long lines for a cab or struggling with heavy baggage on public transportation. Enjoy a seamless door-to-door journey in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and arrive at your final destination feeling relaxed and refreshed.

Custom Island Tours, LLC provides Private, Custom, tours of the island of Oahu. You can set the itinerary or leave it up to our expert guides, or a mix of both. We've been giving tours since 2012. Check out our TripAdvisor reviews to see what people enjoyed doing.

Tack a trip to Pearl Harbor onto your Maui vacation with this small-group experience, designed with history enthusiasts in mind. You'll hop on a flight to Oahu, where you'll visit Pearl Harbor and its museums and memorials with a local guide to provide narration. Stops include the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Bowfin Submarine, and the USS Missouri Battleship.

Discover the best that the Hawaiian island of Oahu has to offer on your own scooter. This scooter rental is the perfect way to zip around to the island's hotspots without worrying about expensive parking. Spend a day hiking Diamond Head Crater, visit the Pearl Harbor Memorial, or head to the North Shore for some surfing, the choice is yours.

Guided tours of Oahu typically cram tourists onto buses to go to all the same places. Enjoy a more personalized experience with this private tour that can be customized to your own interests. Your guides will tailor the trip for you, whether you want to go snorkeling, surfing, hiking or anything else, and will take you to off-the-beaten track spots that few visitors ever see.

Get more out of your time in Oahu by going on a private North Shore tour. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A private tour means you can customize your day based on your interests, and choose which sites you want to visit. Potential attractions include visiting Haleiwa Town, Waimea Valley Falls, spotting turtles, going snorkeling, or visiting Dole Plantation.

Leave all of your transportation stress behind and avoid taxi hassles with this private transfer service in Honolulu. Transportation between hotels in Waikiki, the Honolulu cruise terminal, and the airport is available for your convenience. With flexible pickup times and an all-inclusive fare, you can enjoy a seamless and relaxing journey. Experience the convenience of private transportation without worrying about fuel surcharges.

On this exciting Oahu combo tour, start the day with a downhill bike ride with epic views of the coastline, before boarding a comfortable catamaran for a two-hour snorkeling adventure.  On this Oahu biking and sailing tour, all the necessary equipment is provided along with professional guides.

Step back in time to the early days of U.S involvement in World War II. This small-group tour from Waikiki takes you to Pearl Harbor National Memorial where you will visit historic sites such as the USS Oklahoma Memorial and step aboard the USS Arizona Memorial and learn exactly what happened on that infamous day in 1941.

As one of the most popular attractions on Oahu, visiting Pearl Harbour typically requires waiting in a long ticket line. This guided tour lets you skip the hassle and enjoy more time exploring the historic site and museums. Afterward, you'll enjoy a driving tour of downtown Honolulu's top sights, including the King Kamehameha statue.

Discover Oahu's World War II history while on vacation during a tour of the Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona National Memorial. Join a small group and learn about the surprise attack that occurred on December 7, 1941, as you watch a short documentary and tour the structure built right over where the battleship sank. You also tour the on-site museum, national cemetery, and historic downtown Honolulu.

Visit Pearl Harbor and explore Honolulu on a guided tour on this small-group combo tour from Waikiki. After pickup from your Waikiki hotel, spend the morning at the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. Afterwards, see top Honolulu sites such as I’olani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and Hawaii State Capitol building on a guided tour.

Join us for a picturesque day under the sun exploring one of Honolulu’s most famous areas. A gentle hike takes us up to the iconic Makapu’u Lighthouse home to beautiful panoramas. Depending on the time of year you might see whales cruising through the bay. Finish your day relaxing and swimming on one of the pristine beaches on the east side of Oahu.